On this episode, we chat with the author of "The Great Stewardess Rebellion,” Nell McShane Wulfhart! Her book is a captivating narrative set in the 1960s and 1970s.
It chronicles the journey of stewardesses, who utilized the momentum of the feminist and labor movements to transform what was considered one of America's most sexist workplaces. The story focuses on their fight against discriminatory practices in the airline industry, such as age and marriage restrictions, and their struggle for respect and equality.
This rebellion marked a significant step in the fight for women's rights. It reshaped the airline industry, turning a short-term job into a potential career and propelling a predominantly female union into a formidable force against discrimination and sexism.
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